Job summary
An exciting opportunity for an Experienced OT Team Lead has arisen at the QEF Care and Rehabilitation Centre to make
an impact on the lives of people following acquired brain injury, traumatic
brain injury, incomplete spinal injury or for those living with other
neurological conditions, including support to small number of clients requiring rehabilitation. We also offer outpatients.
We are looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated and forward
thinking individual with a passion for neurorehabilitation. You will lead and
support the OT team to deliver clinical excellence and high
quality occupational therapy in service, within a well established
multi-disciplinary team.
Working as part
of the strong MDT, you will lead on embedding evidence based practice within
the OT team. Innovative practice is encouraged to maximize our clients time
within the rehabilitation unit, promoting an enabling approach, with
comprehensive discharge planning, working with our admissions and discharge coordinator
and the community therapy teams. MDT working is essential in this role so you
must have a full understanding and appreciation of other disciplines aswell as
excellent communication skills. A
background of junior staff supervision and teaching is required.
There is much opportunity for continuing professional
development and learning through a variety of mediums. You will be supported
and report to your Head of Clinical Services and clinical supervision will be
put in place
Main duties of the job
To effectively lead the QEF CRC Occupational Therapy team nurturing a culture that is inclusive, supportive, professional and progressive in its ambitions to deliver high quality, safe and person centered care.
To work as an autonomous practitioner in providing comprehensive assessments of clients who have had a neurological injury, illness and impairments including those with complex presentations and develop agreed problem lists and holistic treatment plans.
Use advanced clinical reasoning skills, knowledge of evidence-based practice, current NICE guidelines and clinical expertise to determine appropriate rehabilitation programs and discharge / continuing care plans.
To oversee the quality and efficiency of the OT teams
To hold your own designated clinical caseload of clients
To assess and monitor clients effectively so to progress them through their rehabilitation providing optimal chance of recovery and retrieval of physical and cognitive function.
To act as a key worker for clients in the Care and Rehabilitation Centre, appropriately coordinating a safe, smooth and timely discharge, liaising with all personnels as appropriate.
To be able to confidently and competently offer a wide range of Occupational therapy interventions and approaches to your clients in the Care and Rehabilitation Centre, demonstrating knowledge and skills in the delivery of FES, splinting, complex posture and seating requirements and upper limb management.
About us
QEF is a Surrey based charity
committed to providing life-transforming services that enable people with
disabilities to increase their independence and achieve their goals in life.
We work with over 10,000
disabled children and adults every year with physical or learning disabilities
or acquired brain injuries. Whether its gaining new skills to live
independently, rehabilitation after a brain injury or stroke, or improving
independence through increased mobility and accessible holidays; QEF helps
disabled people to fulfil their potential in life.
QEF is structured into two
main services - Mobility Services who
operate outreach services across the South East of England), Care and
Rehabilitation Center located within our Leatherhead in Surrey campus. These
are augmented by QEF Retail Trading (15 retail charity shops) and a family of
smaller charities - MERU which provides innovative product solutions for
Children and The Grange in Kent a residential care home for adults with a
learning disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide comprehensive and complex Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment plans which are evidence-based against validated outcome measures and aligned to the aspirations of the client in maximising functional independence.
To provide clinical leadership, supervision and performance review of staff in accordance with HR policies and guidance for the provision of evidence-based effective Occupational Therapy for all clients.
To facilitate and deliver plans on the future placement and support needs of each client as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
Support the Head of Therapies in ensuring that all Occupational Therapy is delivered effectively and efficiently for all clients as part of the inter-disciplinary rehabilitation team.
Undertake all aspects of Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention as required including home visits and functional rehabilitation at home when appropriate.
Ensure self and other Occupational Therapists meet the HCPC Standards of Proficiency for Occupational Therapists and Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.
Ensure self and other Occupational Therapy department staff meet the standards and guidance provided by the Royal College of Occupational Therapy including that for record keeping.
Promote a 24-hour approach to rehabilitation in conjunction with other therapists, working across all disciplines (therapy and care staff) for the benefit of all clients
Meet deadlines as required for the needs of the clients and the provision of an efficient service for funding agencies including; time-sensitive intervention, report writing, attending meetings, data provision.
Undertake role as Key worker for selected clients
Supervise and take responsibility for clients whilst out in the community.
Provide training sessions for staff in the Neuro Rehabilitation Service as required within scope of practice
Take responsibility for the facilities and equipment related to the provision of Occupational Therapy including the treatment rooms, store areas and training kitchen - general maintenance, decor and all equipment kept and used in these locations, maintaining up to date inventories of all stock and equipment.
Ensuring repairs are carried out and Health & Safety standards are adhered to.
Comply with all Human Resources policies and ensure supervisees comply with existing and up-dated working practices and policies.
To seek and resolve difficulties and issues arising for individual clients in the acquisition and development of skills, abilities and attitudes to achieve.
QEF, Neuro Rehabilitation Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff and volunteers must be responsible and accountable for their safeguarding practice and proactive in identifying and reporting safeguarding concerns
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Health and Care Professional Council registration
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Evidence of relevant CPD
- Member of the British Association of Occupational Therapists or equivalent
- Evidence of appropriate post-graduate training
Experience
Essential
- Recent relevant experience of adults with acquired brain injury
- Working in a team
- A minimum of 5 years post graduate with at least 2 years in neuroscience.
- Organising Occupational Therapy input into a relevant, specific clinical unit and contributing to the general running of an Occupational Therapy department.
- Supervision of Occupational Therapists, students and assistants
- Evidence of teaching / sharing knowledge with colleagues
- Understanding of professional development issues
- Evaluation of Clinical practice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People
Address
Q E F
Woodlands Road
Leatherhead
Surrey
KT22 0BN